Formal applications

A formal application for
access to information may be required when the information is not already
available and cannot be provided informally. The GIPA office is responsible for applying the public interest
test and
deciding whether formally requested information will be released.

Applicants and those consulted as third parties have
the right to seek a review of the University's decision. Applicants may request
an internal review or apply directly to the Information Commissioner or
Administrative Decisions Tribunal (ADT). Third Parties must request an internal
review before applying to the Commissioner but can apply directly to the ADT.
Read more about your rights to a review.

Formal application fees
and charges

Nature of application

Application fee

Processing charge to cover
time for locating information, decision making, consultation
( where necessary) and any photocopying

Access to records – personal requests

$30*

$30* per hour after first 20 hours

Access to records – other requests

$30*

$30* per hour

Amendment of records

Nil

Nil

Review of determination

$40*

Nil

*Fees may be
reduced by 50% if the applicant is aged under 18 years; can demonstrate
financial hardship; can demonstrate public interest; or is a non-profit organisation.